Nationals have won 8 in a row...how long does it go?

[Sticksboi05]

The Nationals have won eight freakin' games in a row. Something's outta whack!

[FanboyOf91]

Aren't they in last place?

[skinsfan07]

^^^lmao @ Fanboyof91

[Spaceman Spiff]

Last time I checked the Eagles trophy case was still empty so I'm not sure the apocalypse is here quite yet.

[G.A.C.O.L.B.]

Only 6 1/2 back of the O's. I will lmao if they the Nats finish with a better record.

[Sticksboi05]

If they Nationals finish above Baltimore, Baltimore fans will never hear the end of it..

[fullnelson9999]

If they Nationals finish above Baltimore, Baltimore fans will never hear the end of it..

Yeah those Nats play in a tough division.

:doh:

[Teller]

Your Pittsburgh Pirates....+5 1/2 games on the Nats. -1 to the Orioles.

You should ALL be deeply, deeply ashamed. :)

[Sticksboi05]

Yeah those Nats play in a tough division.

:doh:

Don't start with that crap. So yeah, that even further proves the point. They are in a mediocre division and yet are still what 32 games under .500%. That's how bad the Nationals are. No excuse if the Orioles finish behind them even if the AL East is insanely good.

[LaxBuddy21]

Last time I checked the Eagles trophy case was still empty so I'm not sure the apocalypse is here quite yet.

This reminded me of a funny story from this weekend. I went to the carnival with my mom and my sister and they had this game where you throw darts at the posters and get whichever one you hit. I was looking for some Redskins posters for my basement but there were none. I asked the girl how they could not have any Redskins posters being in Southern Maryland. She said its because they have not won a superbowl lately. I looked at the two teams they actually had posters for, The Steelers (which is understandable) and the FREAKING EAGLES!!! I asked her point blank if she was retarded when it comes to football since the Eagles have NEVER won a superbowl. Her response was that someone else that runs the thing said that was the reason. How ridiculous!

[Thiebear]

Over 500 after the Change..
not too shabby.

[Spaceman Spiff]

Don't start with that crap. So yeah, that even further proves the point. They are in a mediocre division and yet are still what 32 games under .500%. That's how bad the Nationals are. No excuse if the Orioles finish behind them even if the AL East is insanely good.

What? Put the Nats in the AL East and see how far they'd be in the cellar. They'd be lucky to win 60 games.

[Sticksboi05]

What? Put the Nats in the AL East and see how far they'd be in the cellar. They'd be lucky to win 60 games.

THEY WILL be lucky to win 60 games NOW!!!

[December90]

with 40 wins already they have exceeded my expectations for the year.

This is about putting down a foundation that they can build on.

[TMK9973]

Yeah those Nats play in a tough division.

:doh:

Yup - Not like they have the defending World Champions in their division or anything.....
oh-wait.....

last year was the only year B-more finished better then the Washington Nationals.

[Larry Brown #43]

Yeah those Nats play in a tough division.

:doh:

Not the point at all. O's fans (and others) had been comparing the Nats to the '62 Mets. Oh and by the way, the World Series champs play in our division. They beat the team the Sox and Yankees couldn't handle last year.

[Sticksboi05]

I hope they make it 9 tomorrow!

[Sticksboi05]

Let's take bets on how long the streak goes...

[MattFancy]

Ends tomorrow

[Larry Brown #43]

Oh, in other news, they put Christian Guzman on waivers and the Red Sox claimed him.



This story has been debunked. Turns out he cleared waivers and will not be traded, according to Buster Olney.

[fullnelson9999]

Not the point at all. O's fans (and others) had been comparing the Nats to the '62 Mets. Oh and by the way, the World Series champs play in our division. They beat the team the Sox and Yankees couldn't handle last year.

And the league leader in wins Yankees, AL defending champion Rays, and perennial contender Red Sox play in the AL east.

You have the Phillies? Ok.

[WARLORD1863]

And the league leader in wins Yankees, AL defending champion Rays, and perennial contender Red Sox play in the AL east.

You have the Phillies? Ok.

So if the Red Sox, Yankees, and Rays (who wasn't very good for a long time until last season) all got swallowed up by the Earth... only then would the O's have a shot at .500?

A team worth anything will find a way to win. Being in a tough division is no excuse. None whatsoever. Whining about how tough the other guys are is pretty lame, and has been for years now.

The Skins are in probably the toughest division in the NFL, and they only get 16 games to prove how good they are. When they don't make it to the playoffs I don't make excuses about our division, the their own damn fault for not making it.

[Burgold]

This is got to be the funniest chest beating thread of all time.

My last place team can kick your last place team's arse!

[Ruchizzle]

The Nats need pitching. They still haven't signed Strasburg. I was reading that the owners have the money but won't spend it on bringing players in. I see them finally wining the NL in about ten years. Call me crazy but you gotta have faith.

[Larry Brown #43]

And the league leader in wins Yankees, AL defending champion Rays, and perennial contender Red Sox play in the AL east.

You have the Phillies? Ok.

You're still missing the entire point. When people, including some O's fans, say that the Nats will have the worst record of all time...but then the Nats finish with a better record than the O's (if that actually happens), it's funny. Regardless of who plays in what division.

In fact, if you're still having trouble following along, read this Baltimore sports blog entry from June, and read the reader comments. Then tell me things aren't starting to get funny:
http://weblogs.baltimoresun.com/sports/thetoydepartment/2009/06/what_will_the_nationals_final.html

[fullnelson9999]

You're still missing the entire point. When people, including some O's fans, say that the Nats will have the worst record of all time...but then the Nats finish with a better record than the O's (if that actually happens), it's funny. Regardless of who plays in what division.

In fact, if you're still having trouble following along, read this Baltimore sports blog entry from June, and read the reader comments. Then tell me things aren't starting to get funny:
http://weblogs.baltimoresun.com/sports/thetoydepartment/2009/06/what_will_the_nationals_final.html

Thats not what im saying at all. Im simply saying that the AL East is much harder to win in than the NL East. Thats a fact.

If the Nationals played in the ALE, they would probably be even worse. hey were 7-11 in interleague ply against the league. Compare that to Baltimore's 11-7 record against the NLE, including a sweep against the Phillies.

[Sticksboi05]

The Nats need pitching. They still haven't signed Strasburg. I was reading that the owners have the money but won't spend it on bringing players in. I see them finally wining the NL in about ten years. Call me crazy but you gotta have faith.

Pitching? They got pitching? What they need is hitting.

(Seinfeld)

[Ruchizzle]

Pitching? They got pitching? What they need is hitting.

(Seinfeld)


I don't see how you think they need hitting. They have Morgan who has been a beast at lead off, Guzman, Zimmerman who has hit over 24 homers this year, Dunn who is a beast and then Willingham who has been amazing the last few weeks (two grand slams against Houston in one game). The top five have been impressive over the last month or so. I think you need to refocus on pitching..

[Sticksboi05]

I don't see how you think they need hitting. They have Morgan who has been a beast at lead off, Guzman, Zimmerman who has hit over 24 homers this year, Dunn who is a beast and then Willingham who has been amazing the last few weeks (two grand slams against Houston in one game). The top five have been impressive over the last month or so. I think you need to refocus on pitching..

No, it was A Seinfeld reference when Jerry is on the subway arguing what the Mets need with that fat guy who was naked.

[boysetsfire]

I had a bet going that the Nats would lose 100 games before September. I'm disappointed that is not going to happen. :(

[Stophovr6]

I don't believe in jinxing things but this thread is one if I've ever seen it.

[Stophovr6]

I had a bet going that the Nats would lose 100 games before September. I'm disappointed that is not going to happen. :(

How much are you losing for the bet? Tony Plush says :silly:.

[Ruchizzle]

No, it was A Seinfeld reference when Jerry is on the subway arguing what the Mets need with that fat guy who was naked.


Sorry man, I was never a Seinfeld fan. Sorry for acting like a douche.. I'm really happy to see the Nats turning it around even though they're about two months late.

[Larry Brown #43]

Thats not what im saying at all. Im simply saying that the AL East is much harder to win in than the NL East. Thats a fact.



Regardless of who plays in what division, surely you see the irony of O's fans comparing the Nats to the '62 Mets for much of this season, and then the O's suddenly having to watch their backs as the Nats inch closer and closer to them.

By the way, before you get too confident that the O's would do so much better in the NL East and the Nats would do so much worse in the AL East...consider that the O's all-time record vs. the NL in interleague play (1997-2009) is 101-128 (.441). The Nats/Expos all-time record vs. the AL in interleague play is 112-117 (.485).

It always cracks me up when O's fans lament playing in the AL East, when they have the worst all-time interleague record in the entire American League. Yeah, like the O's would do so much better in the NL.

[Sticksboi05]

Sorry man, I was never a Seinfeld fan. Sorry for acting like a douche.. I'm really happy to see the Nats turning it around even though they're about two months late.

You didn't seem like a douche to me lol. But thanks.

[fullnelson9999]

Regardless of who plays in what division, surely you see the irony of O's fans comparing the Nats to the '62 Mets for much of this season, and then the O's suddenly having to watch their backs as the Nats inch closer and closer to them.

By the way, before you get too confident that the O's would do so much better in the NL East and the Nats would do so much worse in the AL East...consider that the O's all-time record vs. the NL in interleague play (1997-2009) is 101-128 (.441). The Nats/Expos all-time record vs. the AL in interleague play is 112-117 (.485).

It always cracks me up when O's fans lament playing in the AL East, when they have the worst all-time interleague record in the entire American League. Yeah, like the O's would do so much better in the NL.

Ok, im talking about this year, since its the only thing that matters right now.

[Redskins Diehard]

Nats are 3-3 against the Yankees and Red Sox this year. I wonder if the O's are .500 against them also?

[chipwhich]

Ok, im talking about this year, since its the only thing that matters right now.

Quit now while you have a little dignity.

[fullnelson9999]

Quit now while you have a little dignity.

Haha excuse me?

[TheDoyler23]

Nats are 3-3 against the Yankees and Red Sox this year. I wonder if the O's are .500 against them also?

Talk about a small sample size for an argument. Reminds me of the movie Mr. Baseball. "You can't trade me! I led this team in 9th inning doubles in the month of August!"

Nats are playing some ball though. They'd have a ton more wins if their bullpen could've held some games together early in the season. I mean, how many games did Mock, Hanrahan, Tavarez, and Rivera blow? 15? How many times did a 1-3 run deficit turn into a blowout, putting a winnable game out of reach? Another 15?

Not that they'd have 30 more wins with a good pen, but good teams hang around a win a bunch of games that bad teams give away.

[fullnelson9999]

Nats are 3-3 against the Yankees and Red Sox this year. I wonder if the O's are .500 against them also?

Did you know the Orioles have beaten the Phillies more times than the Nationals have this year?

[chipwhich]

Did you know the Orioles have beaten the Phillies more times than the Nationals have this year?

See previous post.

The Orioles are a joke as are the Nationals. Don't let your homerism confuse the brain. ;)

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

Markakis or Zimmerman?

[chipwhich]

Markakis or Zimmerman?

Now you are getting the doyler excited. :evilg:

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

Now you are getting the doyler excited. :evilg::silly:

[G.A.C.O.L.B.]

See previous post.

The Orioles are a joke as are the Nationals. Don't let your homerism confuse the brain. ;)

And that's my problem with O's fans. I've never seen such a loser of a franchise (in any sport) have more smug fans than the O's do.

Guess what? The Nats suck. Shocker. But guess what else? You suck too. The O's have been the worst franchise in baseball other than the Pirates the last 13 years or so. And the Nats have at least finished at .500 this decade. I HOPE the NL East is worst. Because the O's will NEVER, NEVER, NEVER make it past the Yankees and Sox and will struggle to get past Tampa Bay (ha!) and Toronto. I laugh inside every time I see an O's fan talk about getting better, about "having a plan", about Angleos "getting it." None of that matters. They might as well fold the franchise. Bookmark this post if you think you want to bump it when the O's do something. It'll just be collecting dust and wasting space on your computer. You suck.

[fullnelson9999]

And that's my problem with O's fans. I've never seen such a loser of a franchise (in any sport) have more smug fans than the O's do.

Guess what? The Nats suck. Shocker. But guess what else? You suck too. The O's have been the worst franchise in baseball other than the Pirates the last 13 years or so. And the Nats have at least finished at .500 this decade. I HOPE the NL East is worst. Because the O's will NEVER, NEVER, NEVER make it past the Yankees and Sox and will struggle to get past Tampa Bay (ha!) and Toronto. I laugh inside every time I see an O's fan talk about getting better, about "having a plan", about Angleos "getting it." None of that matters. They might as well fold the franchise. Bookmark this post if you think you want to bump it when the O's do something. It'll just be collecting dust and wasting space on your computer. You suck.

Im not smug in the least. Its like Nats fans want to hate us. Its the complete opposite of the Ravens/Redskins relationship, where Ravens fans hate the Skins but we could care less. When you think about it, thats exactly how this relationship is.

BTW, your comments about the O's not having a plan for the future shows your complete lack of knowledge of the Orioles. Andy MacPhail has completely rebuilt the team, whether you realize it or not, and they should be at least contending soon.

[G.A.C.O.L.B.]

BTW, your comments about the O's not having a plan for the future shows your complete lack of knowledge of the Orioles. Andy MacPhail has completely rebuilt the team, whether you realize it or not, and they should be at least contending soon.

Lmao.

[G.A.C.O.L.B.]

And ftr, I grew up an O's fan (because there was no D.C. baseball.) I loved Cal and my favorite player (for some unknown reason) was Jeffrey Hammonds. It's a shame that their fans (and their loser owner first) have pushed me to despise their entire existence.

[TheDoyler23]

Markakis or Zimmerman?

Depends on who fully meets their ceiling and what you value more in an offensive player.

Kakes has been the better player in 3 of 4 years. Zimmerman will prob have the better numbers this year, but I'll take Markakis in the long run. Kakes has better plate discipline and pitch selection overall.

Zimmerman is starting to really show that 30+ power potential and can really pick it at 3b, which is a premium possition. (He gets sloppy on throws, though)

I also think Zimmerman has that "it" factor. It's a tough call that really got tougher thru this season.

[fullnelson9999]

Lmao.
Again, proving your lack of knowledge.

[Bubble Screen]

The Nationals have won eight freakin' games in a row. Something's outta whack!

Don't worry, bro. That streak will be history starting with their next series. The Braves are gonna punk them something awful. :)

[Bubble Screen]

Yeah those Nats play in a tough division.

:doh:

The defending WS champs reside in that division. Thanks for playing.;)

[fullnelson9999]

The defending WS champs reside in that division. Thanks for playing.;)

One good team. And they are nowhere at the level they were at last year.

[Bubble Screen]

Yeah those Nats play in a tough division.

:doh:


One good team. And they are nowhere at the level they were at last year.

The Marlins just swept the Phillies. The Marlins are just 3.5 out in the East. And right there in the wildcard hunt. Likewise, the Braves are in the hunt for both. The Braves also just went out to LA and took 3 of 4 from the Dodgers, who have the best record (by far) in the NL.

There would be 4 good teams in that division, if not for the massive injuries the Mets have suffered.

Again, the Phillies are the defending champs. And are in the same division that you are making fun of. That's pretty silly. And the Phillies were playing really good baseball, up until recently. Lee has been outstanding. But they need for the real Cole Hamels to stand up. Happ is good also. And Pedro, perhaps, could give them another decent starter. They're just slumping.

[fullnelson9999]

The Marlins just swept the Phillies. The Marlins are just 3.5 out in the East. And right there in the wildcard hunt. Likewise, the Braves are in the hunt for both. The Braves also just went out to LA and took 3 of 4 from the Dodgers, who have the best record (by far) in the NL.

There would be 4 good teams in that division, if not for the massive injuries the Mets have suffered.

Again, the Phillies are the defending champs. And are in the same division that you are making fun of. That's pretty silly. And the Phillies were playing really good baseball, up until recently. Lee has been outstanding. But they need for the real Cole Hamels to stand up. Happ is good also. And Pedro, perhaps, could give them another decent starter. They're just slumping.

Ok, but you cant possibly think that the NLE is anywhere near as tough to play in as the ALE. Its not even close.

[KingGibbs]

O's fan here. Congrats to the Nats on their winning streak. They are playing inspiring baseball.

That being said Kevin Sheehan said they are a pitcher away from being a contender. Sorry, but I LOL'ed.

[skinsngibbs4life]

Ok, but you cant possibly think that the NLE is anywhere near as tough to play in as the ALE. Its not even close.

you're funny. :)

By the way, Jordan Zimmermann out 18 months while he has tommy johns surgery :chair:

[Larry Brown #43]

Ok, im talking about this year, since its the only thing that matters right now.

Um, O's fans have been using your AL East argument for years. Except the numbers show that the O's have actually performed WORSE against NL teams over the course of 13 years of interleague play than they have against AL teams. That's no small sample size.

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

By the way, Jordan Zimmermann out 18 months while he has tommy johns surgery :chair:

We have the worst luck .:(

[renaissance]

Watching O's and Nats fans argue about which team is better is like watching Lions and Raiders fans duke it out.

Seriously guys, your teams are both bottom dwellers right now.

And yes, the "we play in a better division" excuse is VERY lame. The Yankees, Red Sox, and Rays seem to do just fine in that same division year after year.

[Larry Brown #43]

Watching O's and Nats fans argue about which team is better is like watching Lions and Raiders fans duke it out.


True, but at least Nats fans are realistic. We know we're bad. We just want O's fans to acknowledge that they're no better than we are, but they are incapable of accepting this fact. :) They lean on the notion that they're good just because they play in a tough division...when in reality they are nothing more than Vanderbilt playing in the SEC.

I've provided evidence that the O's would actually fare WORSE, not better, if they played in the NL. But it falls on deaf ears. O's fans have been convinced for a decade that they're just a step away from contending.

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

True, but at least Nats fans are realistic. We know we're bad. We just want O's fans to acknowledge that they're no better than we are, but they are incapable of accepting this fact. :) They lean on the notion that they're good just because they play in a tough division...when in reality they are nothing more than Vanderbilt playing in the SEC.

I've provided evidence that the O's would actually fare WORSE, not better, if they played in the NL. But it falls on deaf ears. O's fans have been convinced for a decade that they're just a step away from contending.
The Wizards will win a title before the O's contend. :D

[Hersh]

Both teams suck and everyone knows that. As an O's fan, I will say that the O's finally have a direction after 12 years and game plan of building around young talented pitchers to get better. The O's also have an awesome young outfield by all accounts as well as big potential behind the plate. We won't know if it works, but at least they have a plan. I'm not knocking the Nats, but do they have a plan and if so, what is it?

I hope both teams get good but as far as the argument as to which team is better, the O's won the season series 4-2.

[Larry Brown #43]

As an O's fan, I will say that the O's finally have a direction after 12 years and game plan of building around young talented pitchers to get better. The O's also have an awesome young outfield by all accounts as well as big potential behind the plate. We won't know if it works, but at least they have a plan. I'm not knocking the Nats, but do they have a plan and if so, what is it?

Of course they have a plan...why do you think they call Stan Kasten "Stan the Plan?" His plan is to recreate what he created in Atlanta in the early 90s, with young pitching and young talent that develops together, and when the talent matures, sprinkle in a free agent or two to put the team over the top.

It's too early to tell if it will work in DC, but clearly Kasten was hired with the intention of modeling the franchise after the successful franchise he built in Atlanta.

[JMURedskins]

Both teams need a lot of work before they compete. The O's farm system was embarassing for a long time. It seems like that has changed and we are seeing a lot of young players come up this year. It should result in a poor record the rest of the way as the young players adjust. Hopefully in a year or 2 the young pitchers and outfielders can carry the O's. It won't be long before they have to replace 3 of the 4 spots in the infield. They have a lot of pitching talent in the system but are weak in bats.

The Nats have a couple young guys that have come up in the rotation. Zimmermann going down hurts them big time. They need to sign Strasberg to be the ace for years to come.

Both teams have been killed by being run poorly in the past. Baseball is probably the hardest sport to fix a poorly run franchise. We will see if the strategy changes will make both teams competitive. While I don't really follow the Nats, it will be nice to see 2 good baseball teams in this area.

[Mufumonk]

The Wizards will win a title before the O's contend. :D


That Nats will make the playoffs before the O's.

[JMURedskins]

That Nats will make the playoffs before the O's.


Both teams have a long way to go to catch the top couple of teams in their division.

[Hersh]

. They need to sign Strasberg to be the ace for years to come.


This is why MLB (and for that matter the NFL) needs a rookie salary slotting system that is similar the NBA. Strasberg would already be signed and pitching as would all the other draft picks. This is really important for teams like the Nats and O's cause they can't afford to be wrong like the yankees, sox and Mets can.

[Sticksboi05]

The Caps will win the Cup before either makes the playoffs.

[JMURedskins]

This is why MLB (and for that matter the NFL) needs a rookie salary slotting system that is similar the NBA. Strasberg would already be signed and pitching as would all the other draft picks. This is really important for teams like the Nats and O's cause they can't afford to be wrong like the yankees, sox and Mets can.


It is annoying. The worst part is watching guys fall due to money or signability. The O's benefited by getting Wieters because of it, but it is stupid that higher rated talent falls out of the 1st and sometimes pretty far due to the set up of the draft.

[JMURedskins]

The Caps will win the Cup before either makes the playoffs.

I would hope so. They have the talent to win it all and they should have a few years before either baseball team makes it to the playoffs.

[Bubble Screen]

Ok, but you cant possibly think that the NLE is anywhere near as tough to play in as the ALE. Its not even close.

Never said it was. Just thought it was silly to make fun of a division where the defending champs play.

[ixcuincle]

I see no reason to hate the Nats. I live in a suburb of DC. They play a few miles away. Why should I show any type of resentment towards them, if the Orioles aren't playing them?

I hate their league though, stupid backwards NL with dumb pitchers hitting around the Mendoza line. If the Nats were AL I'd pay more attention but I have much disdain towards the NL and their outdated play.

[Larry Brown #43]

I hate their league though, stupid backwards NL with dumb pitchers hitting around the Mendoza line. If the Nats were AL I'd pay more attention but I have much disdain towards the NL and their outdated play.

I used to feel that way. I was strictly an American League guy until the Nats came to town. Since the Nats got here I watch the NL all the time, and it has grown on me to the point where I much prefer the NL game.

The later innings of NL games are so much more interesting than the AL, because there's just a lot more strategy involved with pinch-hitting, double-switches, use of all your bench players, etc. It's like incorporating the strategy of football games into baseball. Now that I'm used to watching the NL, I find AL games incredibly boring.

[ixcuincle]

6-1 Braves

Not looking good

[MattFancy]

called it. tommy hanson is nasty

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

Fwiw, Drew Storen has been promoted to AA.

[Bubble Screen]

don't worry, bro. That streak will be history starting with their next series. The braves are gonna punk them something awful. :)

:d

[Bubble Screen]

Don't worry, bro. That streak will be history starting with their next series. The Braves are gonna punk them something awful. :)

:)

[Bubble Screen]

called it. tommy hanson is nasty

Nasty would be correct. Now 7-2 with a 3.05 ERA. Braves rotation is just sick.

Btw, Omar Infante (.344 average) just came back tonite. He's been on DL for awhile. And Tim Hudson is expected back soon. That's almost like making a trade. Braves will definitely be in the wildcard hunt, right down to the wire. And winning the East isn't out of the question, either.

BIG series this weekend in Atlanta with the Phils. Go Braves!

[HighOnHendrix]

http://www.thoughttheater.com/upload/2006/08/balloon-burst.jpg

I'd have liked to see it last longer, though. Dallass is the only team in all of sports I hate more than the Braves.

[Bubble Screen]

http://www.thoughttheater.com/upload/2006/08/balloon-burst.jpg

I'd have liked to see it last longer, though. Dallass is the only team in all of sports I hate more than the Braves.

That's odd. I rarely come across anyone that has that much hatred for the Braves. I take it your either A) a Mets fan OR B) were envious of the 14 straight division titles and WS title.

[Switchgear]

That's odd. I rarely come across anyone that has that much hatred for the Braves. I take it your either A) a Mets fan OR B) were envious of the 14 straight division titles and WS title.

Or he could just dislike how arrogant some of their fans seem...

[Kosher Ham]

I don't hate the Braves. Regardless of the division titles they only got the job done once.

[TheDoyler23]

I really thought Lannan would extend the streak with the way he's pitching.

Anyone see the fight in Boston? Youkillis charged the mound and Porcello threw him to the ground and landed on him. Not exactly Ventura Vs. Ryan, but pretty good.

[Larry Brown #43]

That's odd. I rarely come across anyone that has that much hatred for the Braves. I take it your either A) a Mets fan OR B) were envious of the 14 straight division titles and WS title.

For a while there the Braves were referring to themselves as "America's Team." Not sure if they still do that, but man, that annoyed the crap out of me. Also, the tomahawk chop and chant is very annoying. And their fans are truly pathetic. 14 straight division titles, and they don't even sell out their home playoff games.

[skinsngibbs4life]

Also, the tomahawk chop and chant is very annoying. And their fans are truly pathetic.

This is what I can't stand the most. So damn annoying. My sole reason for disliking FSU and the braves.

[Stophovr6]

I knew this thread was a jinx. Oh well.

[Monrovia_Redskin]

I'm a Dodgers fan. Why am I on this thread again? I'm not sure. Go Los Angeles Dodgers!

[Bubble Screen]

I don't hate the Braves. Regardless of the division titles they only got the job done once.

Not that many teams have won a title since '95. There are probably about 20 other teams out there that would loved to have "only" won it once. No offense, but you sound like a hater.


For a while there the Braves were referring to themselves as "America's Team." Not sure if they still do that, but man, that annoyed the crap out of me. Also, the tomahawk chop and chant is very annoying. And their fans are truly pathetic. 14 straight division titles, and they don't even sell out their home playoff games.

The Braves got that moniker during the days they played on TBS. All their games used to be televised nationally. The Braves, themselves, never referred to their team as America's Team.

And they almost never do the chant. That usually only comes out during the playoffs.

And the playoff thing is a dumb argument. Atlanta is very much a city of transplants. They also had made the playoffs 14 years in a row. Needless to say, the novelty had worn off. Their fans had grown so accustomed to going every year. Furthermore, you make it sound like no one was going to the playoff games. They were still getting 45,000 to 48,000 (around 50,000 capacity)

[ixcuincle]

When I used to listen to North Carolina radio from Greenville, NC they would often advertise the Braves as America's Team..."Listen to America's Team on Pirate Radio 1260"

Didn't mind it though

[Larry Brown #43]

The Braves got that moniker during the days they played on TBS. All their games used to be televised nationally. The Braves, themselves, never referred to their team as America's Team.

I vividly recall the Braves promos/commercials on TBS where the voice-over pitch man would announce the upcoming Braves game and say, "The Braves....AMERICA's TEAM!!" I used to see those commericals all the time and it drove me nuts.



And they almost never do the chant. That usually only comes out during the playoffs. I don't care if they only do it once a year. I hate it and it's stupid. And I did hear the chant a time or two during the series that just ended against the Nats. It wasn't a loud one, but enough people were doing it to annoy the crap out of me.



And the playoff thing is a dumb argument. Atlanta is very much a city of transplants. They also had made the playoffs 14 years in a row. Needless to say, the novelty had worn off. Their fans had grown so accustomed to going every year. Furthermore, you make it sound like no one was going to the playoff games. They were still getting 45,000 to 48,000 (around 50,000 capacity)
So they're spoiled. Got it.

[JonsieRB34]

I don't care if they only do it once a year. I hate it and it's stupid. And I did hear the chant a time or two during the series that just ended against the Nats. It wasn't a loud one, but enough people were doing it to annoy the crap out of me.



I'm guessing you're not a Braves fan. I am, and I loved the chant when a close and meaningful game was on the line. Haven't seen much of those recently.

Regardless, the whole point of it is to rally the home team and annoy the visiting team and fans, and it seems to be effective.

[Larry Brown #43]

I'm guessing you're not a Braves fan. I am, and I loved the chant when a close and meaningful game was on the line. Haven't seen much of those recently.

Regardless, the whole point of it is to rally the home team and annoy the visiting team and fans, and it seems to be effective.

It's not intimidating, just cheesy, lame and annoying.